A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our captivating core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products turn data into practical instructional support to help students at every skill level build a strong foundation in early reading and math. Our programs provide teachers with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of all their students. Today, Amplify serves five million students in all 50 states.
Amplify is developing a new K-12 math curriculum that is (1) consistent with a student-centered, problem based pedagogical philosophy, (2) supports students and teachers in developing positive math identities, (3) demonstrates the utility, power, and beauty of math, (4) builds inclusive classroom communities that celebrate diversity, and (5) assists educators in orchestrating productive mathematical discussions.
The Curriculum Developer (CD) will work closely with the Managing Editors, Lead and fellow CDs to author the print components of the Amplify Math curriculum, while also reviewing digital content and collaborating with other teams (e.g., Product, Design, Editorial, Graphing, etc.).
***This is a contract position for an approximated period of twelve months beginning in January 2022
Responsibilities of the Curriculum Developer

• Write student-facing and teacher-facing math content (lessons, practice questions, projects, etc.) for print math environments for a specific grade level or grade band in K-5.
• Meet weekly with the authoring team to give and receive feedback on content
• Peer-edit manuscripts with fellow CDs and review print proofs.
• Regularly check against errata trackers, making fixes to print components where appropriate.
• Commitment to creating a representative, equitable curriculum that supports traditionally marginalized students.

Basic Qualifications of the Curriculum Developer

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience working either (1) in educational settings, with evidence of excellence in instruction at relevant age levels or (2) at a PK-12 curriculum publishing company, with a focus on elementary mathematics.
• Understanding of the progression of common core standards relative to grade level bands.
• When travel restrictions are lifted, able to travel (approx. 5%) to Amplify's New York Office Headquarters for occasional workshops

Preferred Qualifications of the Curriculum Developer

• Graduate degree in early childhood education, elementary education, mathematics education, or similarly relevant subject area
• Experience developing or implementing a problem-based curriculum
• Experience supporting students with disabilities and English Language Learners
• Proven experience working with diverse students

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.